At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal care and is looking to develop their skills and knowledge while working within an approved veterinary practice. You will gain valuable hands-on experience working alongside experienced veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses and the wider practice team.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Student Veterinary Nurse, you will be supported and encouraged to develop both your clinical and non-clinical skills while working towards qualification as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
You’ll be an integral part of the practice team, supporting patient care under the guidance of Veterinary Surgeons and Registered Veterinary Nurses. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of nursing duties while progressing through your training programme and developing confidence in your day-to-day practice.
Working Pattern
* Role is based on working 5 days a week on a rota basis
Key Responsibilities
* Providing high standards of patient care and welfare
* Assisting veterinary surgeons and registered veterinary nurses
* Preparing patients for procedures and supporting their recovery
* Monitoring anaesthetised patients under supervision
* Supporting inpatient care and routine nursing duties
* Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control
* Communicating professionally with clients and the wider practice team
* Developing your practical skills and clinical knowledge as you progress through your veterinary nursing training
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a motivated and committed individual who is keen to learn, develop and build a career in veterinary nursing.
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* A genuine interest in animal care and welfare
* A proactive and reliable approach, with openness to feedback and learning
* Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
* The ability to manage time effectively while balancing work and study commitments
How We’ll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
* A recognised training role with structured support towards qualification as a Registered Veterinary Nurse
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within primary care, referral and specialist nursing
* Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced mentors and practice teams
* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, learning and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
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* 6.6 weeks' annual leave
* Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
* Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
* Learning and development opportunities via the inspiring vet care Academy
* Pension scheme
* Discounted staff pet care
* Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you
* Access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
